Office Envy: Made by Girl's Jen Ramos

Office Envy: Made by Girl's Jen Ramos

Jen Ramos always wanted to run her own business. In 2007, she made it happen: Ramos launched Made by Girl, a home design store specializing in glam art prints. In perfectly meta fashion, Ramos designs her decorative products in her home office, surrounded by her own pretty prints for inspiration. We asked her to share a few photos of her space, along with some of her favorite design tips.

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GLAMOUR: How do you describe your design aesthetic?JEN RAMOS: It has evolved so much since I first started blogging back in 2006. It used to be more bohemian with lots of mixed patterns and handmade. Now it's a lot edgier, sharp, and with a strong fashion influence behind it. I tend to gravitate toward a modern, clean, and colorful look.

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GLAMOUR: Which of your prints is your personal favorite?JEN RAMOS: One of my favorite pieces of art from my Made by Girl shop is the metallic gold LOVE print. Love speaks to everyone, and it was one of the first prints I ever designed. This particular print has done extremely well in my shop and has been featured in magazines and blogs all over the world.

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GLAMOUR: What was an unexpected find you're glad you bought?JEN RAMOS: I'd have to say I'm really fond of a gold cup I use as a vase. It's from Z Gallerie. I usually update it with fresh flowers every other week.

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GLAMOUR: Any tips you recommend to create a home office as stylish as this?JEN RAMOS: If you have white or neutral furniture, consider adding colorful artwork as an accent so the space will appear more interesting. Adding fresh, colorful flowers is always a great way to brighten up a room. Finally, decorating with books is stylish and easy. Try piling them on the floor, windowsill, or coffee table.

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GLAMOUR: All right, just for fun: If you could have a shopping spree at any store, what would it be?JEN RAMOS: Hmm...that's a tough one since I love so many stores! Either Paperless Post, because I love gorgeous stationery, or Barneys, since they have a wide variety of fashion designers under one roof.